Grants and Contributions:
Title:
A new plasma process for the production of fumed silica
Agreement Number:
1029587
Agreement Value:
$70,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 4, 2025 - Feb 28, 2026
Description:
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. (PCI) is a world leader in plasma processes and torch products which use only electricity (no fossil fuels) for material transformation applications. PCI is developing a one-step plasma process to produce fumed silica, a valuable material used in numerous consumer goods, from quartz. This innovative technology offers notable benefits compared to the multiple-step flame hydrolysis process, including significant reductions in GHG emissions and solid waste, as well as elimination of air contaminants that cause acid rain. Partnering with HPQ Silicon Resources, PCI will build a pilot production system to establish the plasma technology as a viable and sustainable alternative to flame hydrolysis, leading to the first fumed silica production plant in Canada.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.
Location:
Montreal, Quebec, CA H3B 4N4
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q4-1029587
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
853300127
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 59 days.
Amendment Date
Mar 9, 2026
Recipient's Legal Name:
PyroGenesis Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Ville-Marie--Le Sud-Ouest--Île-des-Soeurs
Federal Riding Number:
24077
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.
Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
332999
Amendments: